1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Fiesta | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
